A|aron S.

P|rogrammer | Backend Engineer | Linux Enthusiast

A| competent Programmer/Engineer with 5+ years of experience and has a variety of programming languages, from Game Development to Backend Server. Strong ability to architect systems end-to-end, from engine-level C++ to cloud deployment. Focused on performance, scalability, and best engineering practices.

Skill Stacks

C++

JavaScript

TypeScript

Node.js

Linux

Unreal Engine

Docker

AWS

Git

DynamoDB

API Gateway

🔌

WebSocket

💻

PowerShell

Professional Projects

Senior Programmer / Backend Engineer

Cathedral Studios

June 2022 – PresentRemote

3 yeas so far! Worked as a Programmer and Backend Engineer on The Bornless, focusing on large-scale multiplayer systems, Unreal Engine C++ architecture, and cloud-based backend infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

•Architected and implemented core multiplayer gameplay systems in Unreal Engine using C++, including a fully networked inventory system and minimap framework
•Designed and built a First-Person Shooter core framework from scratch, covering player movement, combat, replication, and extensible gameplay systems
•Debugged and modified Unreal Engine source code to resolve engine-level bugs and complex build and packaging issues
•Developed scalable serverless backend services using AWS (DynamoDB, API Gateway, Lambda) with JavaScript and TypeScript
•Implemented backend gameplay features including Friends, Lobby, and Faction systems with secure API design
•Designed and maintained CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins for Unreal Engine builds and automated deployment to Steam and AWS GameLift
•Integrated DataDog for backend observability, logging, and performance monitoring across distributed services
•Collaborated closely with gameplay, backend, and infrastructure teams to deliver end-to-end multiplayer features
•Optimized server performance with UE Insights profiling, memory allocator analysis, and networking trace capture
•Also helped led the programming team during staff transition

C++Unreal EngineAWSDynamoDBAPI GatewayLambdaJavaScriptTypeScriptJenkinsSteamAWS GameLiftDataDog

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Support Programmer

Cathedral Studios

October 2022 – PresentRemote

Assisted in the development of a subsidiary project

Key Responsibilities:

•Program a few set of gameplay systems
•Assist in fixing critical crashes

C++Unreal EngineJenkinsSteam

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Mid-Level Programmer

1336 Studios

February 2022 – September 2022Remote

Worked on character movement net code and animation systems for a shipped Early Access Unreal Engine title.

Key Responsibilities:

•Refactored and optimized existing Unreal Engine C++ codebases for maintainability and performance
•Implemented and extended character movement components
•Developed technical animation systems and improved animation blueprint workflows
•Collaborated with designers and animators to translate gameplay requirements into robust systems

Unreal EngineC++Animation Blueprints

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Lead Engineer

Onessus Blockchain Systems LLC

September 2020 – January 2022United States

Led engineering efforts across Unreal Engine gameplay, backend systems, and blockchain-integrated applications.

Key Responsibilities:

•Managed and mentored a small development team, including hiring and task coordination
•Developed Unreal Engine gameplay systems using C++ and Gameplay Ability System (GAS)
•Integrated backend services using AWS and PlayFab
•Implemented NFT and cryptocurrency integrations across multiple platforms
•Worked on ALS networked locomotion and multiplayer replication systems
•Oversaw day-to-day technical operations and architectural decisions